Capt. Badger,

Like you, we have have been tiny Caribbean resort people from the 70's through the 90's. But in June, 2001, we cruised Alaska on the Mariner and now we are excited about our upcoming back to back on the PG. Yes, compared to resorts with only 30 guests total capacity it may take some getting used to; but we've read so much about it and think we are going to love it. We are doing 3 days post-cruise on Manihi to get our taste of remoteness in French Polynesia.

Did you ever go to Drake's Anchorage in the North Sound area of the BVI before they shut down? That was our idea of heaven in 1990. Do you snorkel? We are always looking for the best snorkeling locations.

BTW, we live in a township adjacent to Ann Arbor but are friendly to folks from Columbus.